midder

Question 1

benefit from fixed shading devices, which blocks the summer sun allowing winter sunlight

Answer 1

south-facing windows

Question 2

should maximize glazing un hot climates with mild winters

Answer 2

North-facing windows

Question 3

due to the difficulty in shading these orientations effectively without obstructing views

Answer 3

Minimize east and west glazing

Question 4

recommended for adaptability, as it accomodates seasonal shifts and weather variations

Answer 4

Moveable shading

Question 5

deciduous trees act as “moveable” shading devices, shading in summer and allowing sunlight in winter

Answer 5

vegetation as shade

Question 6

light colored roofs and walls help reduce heat absorption, especially beneficial where direct shading is challenging

Answer 6

reflective surfaces

Question 7

incorporates eggcrate devices, physical models, and glazing for optimal light control

Answer 7

special shading strategies

Question 8

effective shading helps perevent what during warmer months

Answer 8

passive solar heating

Question 9

includes direct, diffuse and reflected radiation each of which requires, tailored shading startegies

Answer 9

solar load

Question 10

effectively block direct solar radiation, wile diffuse and reflected components may need larger or additional shading solutions

Answer 10

exterior shading devices

Question 11

orientation specific shading

Answer 11

• south facing windows
• noth facing windows
• east and west facing windows

Question 12

types of shading devices

Answer 12

• fixed options
• moveable devices

Question 13

include overhangs, fins and eggcrate structures, each with unique applications based on orientations and climate

Answer 13

fixed options

Question 13

can adjust transparency in response to temperature, providing dynamic solar control without obstructing views

Answer 13

electrochromic and thermochromic glazing

Question 14

like awnings and rotating louvers are preferred for dynamic adaptability to daily and seasonal changes

Answer 14

moveable devices

Question 15

three-tier approach to sustainable cooling

Answer 15

• heat avoidance
• passive cooling
• mechanical system

Question 16

minimize heat gain using shading, reflective colors and insulation as the first strategy

Answer 16

heat avoidance

Question 16

implement methods to reduce internal temperatures or shift comfort zones using airflow and natural heat sinks

Answer 16

passive cooling

Question 17

as a last resort, small and efficient systems supplement heat avoindance and passive cooling where needed

Answer 17

mechanical systems

Question 18

continuous airflow to maintain indoor temperatures near outdoor levels, mainly humid and temperate climates

Answer 18

comfort ventilation

Question 18

types of ventilation

Answer 18

• comfort ventilation
• night flush cooling

Question 19

utilizes cool night air to precool the building mass for the following day, effective in dry or temperate low humidity climates

Answer 19

night-flush cooling

Question 19

designs use the sky roof or night sky to dissipitate heat

Answer 19

direct and indirect radiant cooling

Question 20

required to maximize natural ventilation

Answer 20

large windows

Question 21

appropriate for hot climate

Answer 21

white color

Question 22

veranda

Answer 22

engawa

Question 23

faces the sun in june

Answer 23

northern hemisphere

Question 24

faces the sun in december

Answer 24

southern hemisphere

Question 25

measured in vertical plane

Answer 25

altitude angle

Question 26

measured in horizontal plane

Answer 26

azimuth angle

Question 27

louvers or jalouise

Answer 27

90% opening

Question 28

sliding

Answer 28

70-75% opening

Question 29

casement

Answer 29

90% opening

Question 30

awning

Answer 30

70-75% opening

Question 31

hopper

Answer 31

40-45% opening